Facebook bug puts users in Philadelphia for a day
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Facebook users in Pittsburgh and other western and central Pennsylvania locations have found themselves transplanted to Philadelphia for a day. A glitch…
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Haden’s arrival hastens maturation of Steelers’ secondary
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The defensive game plan for Joe Haden was always pretty simple for the two-time Pro Bowl cornerback during his time Cleveland, particularly…
Handler ending Netflix show to focus on activism
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Chelsea Handler says she is ending her weekly Netflix talk show after two seasons in order to focus on political activism….
Recent Deaths 10/19/17
Judith Haugh, 66, of Cambridge Springs, died Oct. 17, 2017. John Michael Rapp, 45, of Seneca, died Oct. 16, 2017. Susan Y. “Suzy” McLane Gault,…
Titusville Senior Center sets schedule
From staff reports The Titusville Senior Center is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch is served at noon for a suggested donation of…
Oakland Twp. criminal mischief
Pet of the day 10/18/17
Name: Phantom Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 5 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Black/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $50.00 Phantom can…
Roasted Red Pepper, Sun-Dried Tomato & Feta Topped Chicken
Serves 4 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 to 8 ounces each) 1/2 cup My Grandma’s Greek Dressing (see below) 1/3 cup diced charred red…
Pittsburgh, Erie dioceses settle suit over birth control mandate
From staff and wire reports The Pittsburgh and Erie Roman Catholic dioceses have settled lawsuits seeking to overturn an Affordable Care Act mandate that would…
2 longtime Grove leaders plan to retire
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff Writer Two longtime members of the Valley Grove School District family have announced plans to retire. Valley Grove School Board members…
Judge: Travel ban ‘same maladies’ as previous version
HONOLULU (AP) — Just hours before President Donald Trump’s latest travel ban was to take full effect, a federal judge in Hawaii blocked the revised…
Crosby, Malkin lift Pens over struggling Rangers
NEW YORK (AP) — Timely goals by Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin extended the New York Rangers’ slow start to the season. Crosby tied the…
Diana Ross to perform, be honored at AMAs
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Diana Ross will receive a lifetime achievement honor at next month’s American Music Awards and will celebrate with a performance on…
Recent Deaths 10/18/17
Francis Xavier Fontaine, 92, of Sunapee, New Hampshire, died Aug. 19, 2017. 99, Attossa Henry, of Knox, died Oct. 11, 2017. Michael E. “Mike” Miller, 64,…
Franklin ‘Our Town’ show to air Thursday
From staff reports Erie PBS station WQLN will feature Franklin as part of its “Our Town” series on Thursday. “Our Town: Stories from Franklin,” a…
Bushcrickets and meadowhawks
One never truly realizes the wealth of insects this region has to offer until they go to track down a positive identity for one. Thus…
Pet of the day 10/17/17
Polly is a 2 year old, female, GSD mix that was surrendered to the rescue center by owners. Polly is reportedly good with dogs, cats…
Jefferson Co. medical marijuana grower gets green light
HARRISBURG (AP) — A licensed grower and processor of medical marijuana in western Pennsylvania is the first with state approval to begin operating. Democratic Gov….
Roasted cauliflower with a sesame drizzle
Start to finish: 30 to 35 minutes Serves 4 1 large (1 3/4 pound) head cauliflower (or substitute the same amount of broccoli heads) 2…
OC man accused of sexually assaulting girl, 14
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer An Oil City man is facing charges for allegedly sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl in March. A criminal complaint filed…
Franklin marching band to hold concert
From staff reports The Franklin High School Black Knight Marching Band, under the direction of Steve Johnston, will present its annual concert, “Stadium Echoes,” at…
Beaver Co. third to sue over opioid issue
BEAVER (AP) — Beaver County has become the third in the state to sue pharmaceutical companies for allegedly contributing to an opioid addiction crisis that…
Steelers Bryant downplays reported trade demand
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Yes, Martavis Bryant wants a trade. To the Golden State Warriors. Otherwise, the Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver insists he’s just fine even…
Netflix sinking deeper into debt to fuel subscriber growth
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Netflix is sinking deeper into debt in its relentless pursuit of more viewers, leaving the company little margin for error as…
Recent Deaths 10/17/17
Patricia Glosser Gatesman Knoll, 76, of Zephyrhills, Florida, formerly of the Clarion and Erie areas, died Oct. 14, 2017. Robert Sidney Emhoff, 84, of New…
Franklin fleeing and eluding
Pet of the day 10/16/17
Name: Tipsy Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 5 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Black/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $50.00 Tipsy can…
Ginger tea
Start to finish: 25 minutes (10 hands-on) Servings: 4 4 ounces fresh gingerroot 1 1/2 tablespoons honey, divided, or to taste 4 lemon wedges Rinse…
VA’s implementation of Kingdomware
On Oct. 10, The House Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held a roundtable to discuss the VA’s implementation of the June 16, 2016,…
Newest downtown Oil City mural unveiled
1 missing, after oil rig explodes on Louisiana lake
KENNER, La. (AP) — An oil rig explosion on a lake north of New Orleans, apparently caused when cleaning chemicals ignited, injured seven people and…
Steelers survive Chiefs
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) – Le’Veon Bell ran for 179 yards and a touchdown, Antonio Brown made an acrobatic touchdown catch in the fourth quarter…
Women ID as assault, harassment victims with ‘me too’ tweets
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Thousands of women are responding to actress Alyssa Milano’s call to tweet “me too” to raise awareness of sexual harassment and…
Recent Deaths 10/16/17
Alice J. Miller, 88, of Seneca, died Saturday morning, Oct. 14, 2017. Linda Richardson, of Clarion, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, Oct….
It’s time to scare up some love
Heavenly Strays has planned a kitty bowl adoption event and other rescues have planned Halloween themed events and fundraisers. The Purr-fect event Heavenly Strays will…
Pet of the day 10/13/17
Mario is a 2 year old male Chihuahua that was surrendered to the rescue center. Mario is new to the rescue so for more information…
Cheddar and cayenne cheese straws
Servings: 20 servings (3 per serving) Start to finish: 2 hours, 45 minutes (Active: 15 minutes) 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened 1 pound extra-sharp cheddar…
Financial aid night set Oct. 19 at OCHS
The Oil City High School guidance department has scheduled a financial aid night at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 19. Marian Hargrave, a regional representative for…
Trump to issue stop-payment order on health care subsidies
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a brash move likely to roil insurance markets, President Donald Trump will “immediately” halt payments to insurers under the Obama-era health…
Lightning strike Pens
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) – Steven Stamkos scored his first goal since having right knee surgery last November and the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Pittsburgh…
Linkin Park releases ‘Carpool Karaoke’ with late Bennington
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Linkin Park has released the episode of “Carpool Karaoke” the band filmed in July, six days before lead singer Chester Bennington…
Recent Deaths 10/13/17
Sally Preston, formerly of Oil City, died Thursday, Oct. 12, 2017. Barbara J. Wiegel, 86, of Franklin, passed away at her residence at 5:52 a.m….
Rockland Twp. accident
Preserve carved pumpkins in various ways
Jack-o’-lanterns and other carved pumpkin designs are frequently the centerpieces of Halloween festivities. The twinkling lights and orange glow of jack-o’-lanterns can add ambiance to…
Pet of the day 10/12/17
Name: Scooter Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 4 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: White/ Grey Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $50.00
Ten-minute tortilla soup
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 10 minutes. 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth 4 corn tortillas (about 5-inch diameter), cut into quarters 1/2 cup prepared mild…
State AG sues Trump over birth control rules; Planned Parenthood official angry
Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro on Wednesday sued President Trump and the Trump Administration for issuing new rules that Shapiro says allow virtually any company…
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
House set to pass $36.5B for hurricane, wildfire relief
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House is on track to backing President Donald Trump’s request for billions more in disaster aid, $16 billion to pay flood…
Penguins nip Capitals, 3-2
WASHINGTON (AP) – Patric Hornqvist scored a power-play goal and assisted on another in his season debut to help the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Washington…